Herb Butter:
Commonly Safe
For Lactose Intolerance

Flavored butters, or herb butter, are all the rage for fresh vegetables at the peak of summertime. Many people are lactose intolerant, instead of actually being truly allergic to milk. Therefore a lactose intolerant person can often use small amounts of dairy products which are high in fats. The general rule is the higher the fat content, the lower the lactose levels.

Clarified butter, or more commonly known as Ghee is virtually lactose free. This is because the milk solids have been drawn off in production. If it has been difficult to find ghee in your area though, it is very simple to make. First, melt your own unsalted sweet butter in a saucepan. Remove from the heat and allow time for the milk solids to settle to the bottom. Skim the butterfat from the top with a spoon. Allow this part to solidify- this is called clarified butter. Store it in the refrigerator in any jar or container with a tight-fitting lid.

(corn, egg, gluten, peanut, soy, tree nut free)

• 4 T. unsalted clarified butter or ghee
• 1/4 tsp. finely chopped garlic
• 1/4 tsp. finely chopped green onions
• 1/2 tsp.of any of the following, finely chopped: chives, tarragon, rosemary, parsley
• salt and pepper to taste

Place all of the ingredients in a shallow bowl and combine well.

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